James Caruso, O.D., F.A.A.O.
NPI 1366721110 · Optometrist · Myrtle Beach, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Caruso, O.D., F.A.A.O. is a Optometrist provider in Myrtle Beach, SC (NPI 1366721110).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1366721110
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D., F.A.A.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 1923 (SC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
242 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 60 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 57 | $122 |
| New Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92004 | 49 | $134 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 44 | $119 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 20 | $152 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 12 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 74 | 27 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 30 | — |
| Fluorometholone | 27 | 16 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 26 | 11 |
| Lifitegrastbrand: Xiidra | 21 | — |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 20 | 19 |
| Loteprednol Etabonate | 18 | 16 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2011-08-10
- Last updated
- 2016-03-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Caruso's NPI number?
- James Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366721110, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Caruso's specialty?
- James Caruso is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is James Caruso located?
- James Caruso's practice location on file with NPPES is 3381 Phillis Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577-1560.
- What is James Caruso's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Caruso is (843) 577-5011.
- Does James Caruso accept Medicare?
- James Caruso is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Caruso's NPI active?
- Yes — James Caruso's NPI (1366721110) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-03-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.